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RESIDENTIAL SOLAR

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COMMERCIAL SOLAR

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Our Mission

Our mission is to improve the lives of homeowners & businesses by decreasing their energy expenses, promoting their adoption of clean and abundant renewable energy, and delivering an exceptional customer experience via a dependable sales process and a fast, high-quality installation.

We are committed to providing you with a top-notch experience is our foremost priority, beginning from the moment you reach out to us. Our team will handle all aspects of the process.

What are the benefits of
installing solar panels?

Increase Property Value

Installing solar panels can lead to a boost in your property's value, making it an attractive feature, especially if you plan to sell your home in the future.

Secure Ontario Home Energy Rebates

We can assist you in obtaining up to $5,000 in Ontario Home Energy Rebates and facilitate a mandatory Home Energy Audit. By including solar panel installation in your list of energy-efficient home improvements, you can access these funds on a first-come, first-served basis.

Go Off-Grid with Solar

For remote locations, our Off-Grid Solar System allows you to fulfill your household's entire energy needs by generating electricity on your own. This approach eliminates the need to pay expensive transmission and distribution charges

Reduce or Eliminate Hydro Bills

With Ontario's electricity rates being among the highest in the country and projected to increase annually by 6-7%, installing a Solar Net-Metering system allows you to generate your own electricity. By doing so, you can significantly decrease or even eliminate your hydro bill, saving thousands of dollars each year. Produce electricity during the day to replace grid-purchased power at peak rates

Interest-Free Home Energy Retrofit Loans

You may qualify for an interest-free loan of up to $40,000 to undertake comprehensive home energy retrofits, including on-site energy generation with solar panels. Homeowners and landlords can access these loans after an authorized EnerGuide energy assessment identifies suitable retrofits

What is net metering?

Net metering for solar is a billing arrangement that allows solar panel owners to send excess electricity generated by their solar systems back to the grid. They receive credits for the surplus power, which can be used to offset their electricity costs when their solar panels don’t produce enough energy, such as at night or during cloudy periods.

We are committed to providing you with a top-notch experience is our foremost priority, beginning from the moment you reach out to us. Our team will handle all aspects of the process.

How net metering works

Renewable energy systems, such as solar panels, produce electricity from sustainable sources like the sun.
Your home or business utilizes electricity from both the renewable energy system and your utility's grid as needed
Any surplus electricity generated by the renewable energy system is sent into your utility's grid.
Your utility tracks the electricity you draw from and contribute to their grid.
You receive a bill for the electricity consumed from the grid and, in return for the excess renewable electricity you supply, earn credits on your electricity bill. These credits can be carried over for up to 12 months

To qualify for net metering, your primary purpose for generating renewable electricity must be self-consumption. You’ll need to establish a net metering agreement with your utility to exchange excess renewable electricity for on-bill credits. Additionally, you must apply to your utility to connect your renewable energy system to their grid and meet their technical, safety, and inspection requirements.

Helping you save energy and make your home more comfortable metering?

The Canada Greener Homes Grant is being co-delivered by Natural Resources Canada and Enbridge Gas in Ontario under the Home Efficiency Rebate Plus (HER+) program. Grants are provided to eligible homeowners for recommended and eligible retrofits such as home insulation, windows and doors, heat pumps and renewable energy systems.

We are committed to providing you with a top-notch experience is our foremost priority, beginning from the moment you reach out to us. Our team will handle all aspects of the process.

Eligibility

Homeowners must provide proof of ownership and show that the home is their primary residence to qualify for the Canada Greener Homes Grant. Visit the Enbridge Gas website for a complete list of eligibility criteria and to get started with the Canada Greener Homes Grant process.

How the application process works

It’s simple, we review your utility bill so we can design a custom
savings proposal for your home. Then, we schedule a consultation
to review your best money saving options!

How to Apply for Net-Metering in Ontario.
Your Permit Ready Solar Solution

Any Ontario homeowner can apply for the Net-Metering Program at any time, facilitated by a Green Target Advisors.

We oversee all Net-Metering requirements through a seamless step-by-step plan:

Step 1: Reach out to one of our trained solar technicians at Green Target to discuss your interest in the Net-Metering program. Following this, we will evaluate your solar energy system’s eligibility criteria (roof shading, sun orientation, shingle composition/age).

Step 2: Green Target will facilitate communication with your local distribution company.

Step 3: Green Target will support you in applying for a Net-Metering agreement.

Step 4: Green Target will assist in connecting your renewable energy system to the grid.

Step 5: Green Target will ensure your electricity distributor grants approval for your solar system.

For comprehensive insight into the application process and requirements for participating in Ontario’s Net-Metering program, we strongly recommend consulting our proficient experts at Green Target. We will offer guidance on appropriate system size, costs, document acquisition, municipal approvals, and suggestions for upgrading your existing hydro meter.

The main solar installation steps necessary for obtaining approvals and installing grid-tied solar PV systems are as follows:

Conduct a preliminary site assessment using Google Maps.
Check with the Local Distribution Company (LDC) for any capacity constraints.
Issue a preliminary proposal and cost estimate to the customer.
If financing is required, initiate the application process.
Conduct a site visit with the customer to assess the location.
Design the optimal solar power system for the site.
Issue a firm quote and sign the contract with the customer.
Arrange for a Structural Engineer to visit the site, if necessary.
Apply for the necessary Building Permit.
Apply to the LDC for grid connection approval.
Source, purchase, and deliver the solar equipment to the site.
Install the solar equipment.
Submit Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) permits to the LDC.
Assist the customer in accepting the contract offer.
Set up a web-based monitoring portal for system monitoring.
Commission the solar system and hand over system manuals and warranties to the customer.
Address any deficiencies during the warranty period.
Ensure the completion of all solar installation steps and confirm customer satisfaction.